How To Fix USMD1013 - Data model &1, entity type &2, attr. &3: Data element &4 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Data model &1, entity type &2, attr. &3: Data element &4 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1013 - Data model &1, entity type &2, attr. &3: Data element &4 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message USMD1013 typically indicates that there is an issue with a data model in the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) environment. This error message specifically points out that a certain data element does not exist in the context of a specified entity type and attribute.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Data Element: The data element specified in the error message does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo or because the data element has not been created or activated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The data model or entity type may be incorrectly configured, leading to references to non-existent data elements.
  Transport Issues: If the data model was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing objects.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the data model and the underlying data elements, especially if changes were made in the data model without corresponding updates to the data elements.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the USMD1013 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Element: Verify that the data element specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the data element.
  
  
  Review Data Model Configuration: Go to the MDG configuration (transaction MDGIMG) and check the configuration of the data model and entity type. Ensure that all attributes are correctly defined and that they reference existing data elements.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings. Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  Activate Data Elements: If the data element exists but is not active, you may need to activate it. This can be done in transaction SE11.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific data model and entity type to ensure that you are following the correct configuration steps.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is being triggered. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), MDGIMG (MDG Configuration), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Master Data Governance and data modeling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the USMD1013 error in your SAP system.